
	Where results make sense

Topic: Water dog

Related Topics

Irish Water Spaniel

Gundog

Standard Poodle

Retriever

List of dog breeds

Norwegian Elkhound

Scent hound

Sight hound

Sons of Odin

Odin

Thor

Council of Trent

Pope Paul VI

In the News (Sun 27 Dec 09)

Northern Trust

Marvin Harrison

Peter Chernin

Gary Locke

Match Play

Penelope Cruz

Mickey Rourke

AR Rahman

Danny Boyle

Hugh Jackman

	Water dog - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		Water dogs are a type of gun dog and count among their number some of the oldest dog breeds.
		Water dogs have curly, sometimes corded coats which are somewhat waterproof.
		Most water dog breeds are highly intelligent and easy to train with a strong desire to be in company with people.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Water_dog (169 words)

	Portuguese Water Dog - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		Portuguese Water Dogs are a breed of dog, bred by the Portuguese to be companions at sea.
		Most dogs, especially traditional show dogs, are entirely fl or a dark brown; however, it is common to see white chests and legs on fl and brown coats.
		Because these dogs do not adhere to the breed standard, they may not be shown in competition, but otherwise are completely healthy and have all the excellent traits of PWDs.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Portuguese_Water_Dog (889 words)

	Dog Owner's Guide: Water Rescue Title (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-10)
		The dog also fails if the handler physically guides the dog after it has been sent in to the water, the dog drops the equipment, the handler enters the water, or the dog comes out of the water prior to completion of the exercise.
		The dog is to swim directly to the person in the water and carry the life ring close enough so that the victim may grab hold of it.
		The dog fails if he refuses to jump from the boat promptly, jumps before or onto the handler, does not go directly to the handler, or refuses to tow the handler, or if he is physically controlled either on the boat or in the water.
	www.canismajor.com /dog/watresc.html (1584 words)

	The Working Dog (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-10)
		When the dog is disqualified by the Event Committee pursuant to this section, a report shall be filed with the NCA Board.
		The Newfoundland has historically functioned as a draft dog in various capacities, and the performance of these exercises is intended to demonstrate skills resulting both from natural ability and training that are applicable to realistic work situations.
		Dogs must be willing to work with their handlers and the exercises must be accomplished efficiently.
	www.newfdogclub.org /Main_Sub_Pages/ws10_wd_main.htm (902 words)

	Portuguese Water Dog Breed Information
		The Portuguese fishermen kept this dog as a working part or their crew, and he was prized by the fishermen as a spirited, thinking yet obedient- natured dog with a robust medium-build that allowed for a full day's work in and out of the water.
		The Portuguese Water Dog was a fisherman's loyal companion, however, modern marine technology and the radio caused the near extinction of the breed.
		The Portuguese Water Dog Club of Greater Chicagoland (PWDCGC) was established in April 1990 and is affiliated with the PWDCA (Portuguese Water Dog Club of America, lnc).
	casalago.com /breed_information.htm (816 words)

	WET DOG: Water Education and Training Dog Obedience Group at Dog Scouts of America.
		Water Rescue is a type of training which is popular with water dogs like Newfies and PWD's.
		Dogs are trained to perform life-saving tasks, like towing a person to shore, taking a life jacket out to a person, and towing a boat.
		The dog must fetch an object (usually a bumper) which is thrown into the water by the handler.
	www.dogscouts.com /wet.shtml (499 words)

	Choosing a Portuguese Water Dog - PetPlace.com (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-10)
		For centuries, the Portuguese water dog was a constant companion of the fishermen, but in the early 20th century, agriculture became more popular than fishing, and the popularity of the breed diminished.
		Due to the dedication of the club members, the number of Portuguese water dogs in the United States rose to 650 by 1982, and by 1983, the breed was accepted into the American Kennel Club.
		The Portuguese water dog is a medium sized dog with either a longhaired coat or curly coat.
	www.petplace.com /dogs/choosing-a-portuguese-water-dog/page1.aspx (779 words)

	About the Portuguese Water Dog (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-10)
		The Portuguese Water Dog has been known since the 13th century as a retriever, lifesaver, courier, watchdog and companion of fishermen.
		The Portuguese Water Dog's duties were displaced by modern fishing methods and technology, so that by 1972 its numbers had dwindled to less than 25 worldwide.
		The Portuguese Water Dog is a lively, robust, medium-sized breed.
	www.cutwaterpwd.com /page2.html (441 words)

	American Kennel Club - Portuguese Water Dog
		The Portuguese Water Dog is a swimmer and diver of exceptional ability and stamina, who aided his master at sea by retrieving broken nets, herding schools of fish, and carrying messages between boats and to shore.
		Lips and mucous membranes of the roof of the mouth, under tongue, and gums are quite fl, or well ticked with fl in dogs with fl, fl and white, or white coats; various tones of brown in dogs with brown coats.
		When the dog is attentive the tail is held in a ring, the front of which should not reach forward of the loin.
	www.akc.org /breeds/portuguese_water_dog/index.cfm (1017 words)

	History of the Portuguese Water Dog, by Kathryn Braund
		The water dog was definitely taken from Portugal to Spain during its occupation of Portugal (1580-1640).
		She wrote, “The Poodle is descended from one of the water spaniels developed in 16th century Spain, where he was known as the Water Dog, the Rough-haired Water Dog and the Rough-haired Water Spaniel.
		Dogs didn’t mean that much and literacy was rare among the common man. Only priests and the elite men of high stature wrote about dogs.
	www.havanese-roughrider.com /pages/history.htm (2075 words)

	[No title]
		The dogs were valuable enough to be considered part of the crew and were given their share of both the fish and the money earned for the catch.
		The Portuguese Water Dog Club of America was formed in 1972 and the breed was accepted for AKC registration in the early 1980's.
		In the United States, the highly intelligent Portuguese Water Dog is primarily a companion dog, but also excels at water trials, obedience, agility, and as a therapy dog and assistance dog.
	www.iams.com /en_US/jhtmls/breed_selector/sw_BreedSelector_page.jhtml?pti=BS&li=&bc=&sc=D&lsc=&bsc=&fn=u_gn_brd_porwatdo (614 words)

	Dog Play: Water Work Trials
		Canine Water Sports (CWS) is an organization dedicated to promoting this great sport for water-loving dogs and their people and providing the services and support they need to fully enjoy it.
		Dogs of all sizes, shapes, and pedigrees love the water and deserve the opportunity to prove it.
		Water Education and Training Dog Obediance Group (WET DOG) is affiliated with Clever Canine Companion Working Registry, and share their philosophy that all dogs including mixes are welcome.
	www.dogplay.com /Activities/waterwork.html (362 words)

	Portuguese Water Dog & Bichon Frise
		Historical theory finds our Water Dog on the development road from the central Asiatic steppes as early as 700 B.C. to the Iberian Peninsula in the 8th Century; and on to the British coastline as working crew of the ships on the Spanish Armada in 1588.
		These seafaring working dogs carried messages between ships and ship to shore, and stood watch in the bow, barking warning of danger in the surrounding fog.
		On June 5, 1981 when the Water Dog was admitted to the American Kennel Club Miscellaneous Class more than 500 dogs lived in the United States.
	www.richerod.com /dogs/pwdHistory.asp (270 words)

	HOW TO DEVELOP AND TRAIN A WATER SEARCH DOG TEAM (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-10)
		Assuming a wilderness trained dog team, water search training is mostly handler training and it concerns the knowledge and skills needed by handlers not only to search effectively in the water environment but also to keep out of trouble, such as not becoming a drowning victim themselves during a search.
		The water in lakes, ponds and reservoirs usually doesn't have current caused by the water's flow, as is found in waters such as a river.
		Dogs have been known to swim without touching bottom for an hour while playing keep-a-way and some will even give free rides to their handler, who holds on to the dog's tail for a while.
	www.cee.mtu.edu /~hssantef/sar/others/Hardy/TrainWSDT.html (7995 words)

	Water Dog Kennels
		The basic gun dog program is a four to five month program that covers all the basics a retriever needs for hunting.
		Your dog is started on obedience and then introduced to the electronic collar within the first four to six weeks of this program.
		Owners are strongly encouraged to come out and work with their dogs on a regular basis, so they can learn to handle their dog and become familiar with the training process.
	www.waterdog-kennels.com /bastrain.html (262 words)

	Cosmos PWD is a CKC registered Portuguese Water Dog breeder (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-10)
		Breeding dogs has always been a very expensive hobby in an effort to produce the masterpiece.
		The Portuguese Water Dog as all dogs and people thrive on positive reinforcement.
		Dogs need to know their place and since they don't have the reasoning that we have, people being in charge, is not a bad idea.
	www.cosmospwd.com (359 words)

	WaterDog The automatic pet fountain
		Having fresh & clean water available is essential to his health and overall well-being.
		Water bowls and other waterers quickly become stagnant, get warm and require constant cleaning.
		Your dog is thirsty and requires a clean fresh supply of drinking water to ensure his good health.
	www.waterdogpetfountain.com (192 words)

	Portuguese Water Dog (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-10)
		A dog is not 'almost human' and I know of no greater insult to the canine race than to describe it as such.
		Noted for his intelligence and loyalty, the Portuguese Water Dog is spirited, friendly, and obedient to his owner.
		The Portuguese Water Dog enjoys obedience training and should be placed in training and socialized from an early age.
	www.ameridogs.com /BreedPortWaterDog.htm (373 words)

	Portuguese Water Dog History
		In Portugal the Water Dog is known as Cao de Agua (pronounced Kown-d'ahgwa).
		The Portuguese Water Dog Club of America encourages its members to be aware of health issues and to practice responsible breeding procedures to reduce or eliminate hereditary health problems.
		If you want a dog that: requires minimal grooming, needs little or no attention or exercise, naps endlessly in front of the fireplace, requires little mental stimulation, presents little or no challenge, blends into the woodwork, is content to be left alone, then the Portuguese Water Dog is not right for you.
	www.naviopwd.com /history.htm (1259 words)

	WaterDog (Water Dog) Proximity Sensor Activated Pet Fountain by Contech
		Should your dog stay in the unit's active area for longer than 5 minutes, the water will shut off and remain off until the dog leaves the active area, protecting your yard or kennel from flooding.
		For small dogs, pointing the unit slightly upwards to avoid interference with the ground may be necessary.
		If your dog prefers to drink out of one side of his mouth, the nozzle on the front of the WaterDog can be rotated to the left or right to allow the sensors a better view of the dog's head while he is drinking.
	www.awesometools.com /waterdog-water-dog.asp (479 words)

	Chinese Horoscopes - The Dog
		Dogs can be a bit overwhelming, due in part to their attentive natures.
		The characteristics of the Dog Sign are tempered by one of the five Chinese elements of Metal, Water, Wood, Fire and Earth overlaying a 5-year cycle of characteristics on the original 12-year cycle.
		Dogs are so easy to get along with and generally have a ton of friends.
	www.usbridalguide.com /special/chinesehoroscopes/dog.htm (1670 words)

	Portuguese Water Dog, Portuguese Water Dogs, breeders, puppies, for sale, dogs
		The Portuguese Water Dog is a seafaring breed and was prized by fishermen in Portugal for being a spirited, yet obedient in nature dog.
		Portuguese Water Dogs like to work and are easy to train, they thrive in obedience training.
		Known in Portugal as the Cao de Agua which means "dog of water" they are a very old breed that originates from the province of Algarve in Portugal.
	www.puppydogweb.com /caninebreeds/prtwaterdog.htm (328 words)

	Dog Grooming Basics 101 for Pet Groomers
		Somewhat like the Poodle breed, owners of Portuguese Water Dogs will have to make some styling decisions as there are several ways to groom the full-coated dog.
		On occasion you may see a Portuguese Water Dog with far less coat than breed standard; it's termed an "improper coat" and not suitable for showing.
		Otherwise the dog is considered to be breed normal and healthy.
	www.petgroomer.com /Grooming101/Breeds/portuguese_water_dog.htm (275 words)

	American Water Spaniel Dog Breed Guide
		This dog was bred to be a superb shooting dog, retriever, and swimmer; it was expected to retrieve from skiffs or canoes.
		These dogs must be obedience trained and acclimated to being left alone or they will develop such behavior problems as barking and whining.
		American water spaniels get along with other animals and enjoy children as long as they are exposed to them at an early age.
	www.dogs-central.com /dog-breeds/american_water_spaniel.htm (180 words)

	WaterDog - Cool, Fresh Water for Your Dog
		Keep dogs happy and healthy by providing them with a guaranteed source of cool water.
		Maintaining an adequate supply of cool water should be a priority for pet owners, especially during the summer and winter, as pets will often not drink sun-heated or frozen water, increasing the risk of dehydration.
		Should your dog stay in the unit's active area for longer than 5 minutes, the water will shut off and remain off until the dog leaves the active area.
	www.smarthome.com /6156.html (404 words)

	PWDCA - Rescue and Relocation (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-10)
		There are many times when we get calls from owners that do not want to give up on their dog, but are having a problem and don't know where else to turn.
		We will follow up on all dogs to insure that the placement is working out, and will take back any dog that the new owner is not happy with.
		If any club member is aware of a dog that is in need of rescue, they should advise the owner to contact their breeder, if possible.
	www.pwdca.org /rescue.html (416 words)

	AmeriDogs - American Dog Breeders
		You've come to the all-American site designed to educate you about the many beautiful dog breeds in the world, and to match up potential puppy and dog owners with professional dog breeders and other dog professionals in the United States.
		Picking a dog with whom to share your life is a serious commitment.
		However, like a child, your dog should be a valued member of your family, not a spur of the moment whim to be discarded when inconvenient.
	www.ameridogs.com (256 words)

	Spanish Water Dogs (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-10)
		The Spanish Water Dogs seem to excel at everything they do- they're wonderful retrievers, herders as well as companians.
		Spanish water dog, Perro de Agua de Espagñol
		Spanish water dog, standard of purebred dog, history, links and pictures from our dogs and dog family.
	v.webring.com /hub?ring=waterdog (382 words)

	Portuguese Water Dog (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-10)
		The Portuguese Water Dog is a water sport/working breed from Portugal.
		Portuguese Water Dog Club of America Standard, health and rescue page on the Portuguese Water Dog.
		Portuguese Water Dog Origin and History Some interesting theories on the ancestry of the Portuguese Water Dog.
	davidgoforth.com /id83.htm (84 words)

	Portuguese Water Dog puppies, for sale, breeders, portuguese water dogs
		Coloccia Portuguese Water Dogs has been a top producer of AKC Champions for 10 years.
		DEL SUR Portuguese Water Dogs has been the top producer of AKC Champions for 20 years.
		All dogs are health tested and puppies are sold on contact with health guarantee, shots and microchip.
	www.puppydogweb.com /breeders/portuguesewaterdog.htm (692 words)

	Bluegrace Portuguese Water Dogs
		Our dogs are involved in conformation showing, obedience, agility, school visits, endurance tests, herding, and flyball, and make wonderful companions.
		The Portuguese Water Dog is an ancient breed, bred for the purposes of working alongside Portuguese fishing folk to help herd fish into nets, take messages between boats, and protect the boat from unwelcome visitors (animal and person!).
		We actively encourage international discussion to encourage breeding better dogs because we know a group effort is required to advance the future of this breed and to protect its heritage.
	www.bluegrace.com (476 words)

Try your search on: Qwika (all wikis)